Opportunities listed in C4T for GVPT majors

EVENTS/OPPORTUNITIES:

INTERNSHIP WORKSHOP SERIES: It's Not Too Late to Find an Internship

Wednesday, May 02, 2012 • 04:00PM - 05:00PM

Location: University Career Center & The President’s Promise (3134 Hornbake Library)

There still may be time to find a summer internship! If you have questions about how to obtain an internship, how to search for experiences and how to apply, this workshop is for you! The steps to prepare for an internship search and strategies for identifying an experience will be discussed. For additional information about this event, contact Erin Rooney-Eckel at erooney@umd.edu

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Careers4Terps highlighted position of the week by the University Career Center and The President’s Promise!

Log in to your C4T account (http://www.careers.umd.edu/) and paste the ID number in the “Search” box to learn more.

Summer Intern: American Politics (139-410), Internship (Fall or Spring Part-Time)- 60821

American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research (AEI), Washington, District of Columbia     

Interns under Resident Scholar Norman Ornstein will research a wide range of topics in the areas of American politics and government, including election reform, government continuity, the congressional races for AEI's Election Watch Series, and current political events for weekly columns.

DESIRED MAJOR(S): All Majors

DESIRED CLASS LEVEL(S): Alumnus/a (beyond 3 years out)

Foreign Policy Classroom Program

U.S. Department of State’s Foreign Policy Classroom program is on Wednesday, May 9^th, from 11:00a.m. – 12:00p.m. We are pleased to announce that the topic will be “The U.S. Response to the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA).” The speakers for this program will be Hilary Renner, a Press and Public Affairs Officer, and Peter Quaranto, Special Assistant for LRA Issues, both of whom are from the Bureau of African Affairs.

In order to complete your registration for this program, please visit the website, fill out the registration sheet and send it to foreignpolicyclassroom@state.gov. This information is required by Department Security in order to admit visitors into the building. The required information is your first and last name, your date of birth, the school you are currently affiliated with, a student or faculty ID number, a driver’s license or passport number and the state or country of issuance. This information is due on Monday, May 7^th by 5:00p.m.

Wikistrat Internship Opportunity

Description

Wikistrat is the world's first Massively Multiplayer Online Consultancy. Wikistrat is recruiting interns throughout the year for its regional and professional analytic desks. Interns undergo an unpaid internship program consisted of month-long training followed by three months of internship. Upon completion of the internship, qualified candidates will be invited to join Wikistrat in a Researcher rank. Interns play an active role within the Wikistrat Network: interacting with top analysts, helping to write concise reports and analysis on topics of their expertise, contributing to the theoretical knowledge base of Wikistrat , and integrating their work across a unique Web 2.0 platform. Work from home in your own time. All Wikistrat work is conducted online.

Internship Rewards

1. Gain practical experience in next generation analysis and strategic planning.

2. Learn alongside the world’s best analysts.

3. Access Wikistrat’s reports, simulations and other publications

4. Earn Wikistrat Points - points determine how highly an analyst is ranked in the community

based on their contributions and may result in potential prize earnings.

5. Promotion opportunities to become a Researcher, and later Contributing Analyst.

Duties and Responsibilities
Tasks will include writing analysis on given topics of interest and interlinking them with other relevant articles, as well as participating in ongoing geopolitical simulations. Interns will also write theory pages, source analysts, collect information and engage in skill building exercises.

Qualifications
• Be able to contribute at least 15 hours per week to Wikistrat

• Great communication skills - Enthusiastic and well spoken in English

• High level writing skills and analytical capabilities

• Experience in Political/Economic/Security research

• Preference to applicants with relevant degrees and proven working experience

Please Send
1. Samples of strategic, broad level analysis of which you are most proud

2. A list of your areas of expertise in which you are confident in working as an analyst

3. An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Send Applications to: info@wikistrat.com

Obama for America Summer Organizing Program

The Maryland State Director for Obama for America is looking for Obama Organizing Fellows to participate in their Summer Organizing Program.  

A fellowship with Obama for America is an intense internship with a weekly requirement of either 15 hours (part-time) or 40 hours (full-time). Fellows have a variety of responsibilities involved with a grassroots political campaign, such as registering voters, recruiting and training volunteers, running phone banks, and community organizing in an effort to reelect President Obama.

Through the Obama Organizing Fellows program, students earn valuable skills that will prepare them for success later in life, study the principles of campaign organizing, and help carry out important grassroots activities in support of the President. This is an ultra-competitive program, and we look for the best students (and non-students) in the nation to serve in these roles. 

Please apply via this link:  http://ofa.bo/fellow

Contact Jason Waskey, Maryland State Director, with any questions at 301.219.9238 or jwaskey@barackobama.com.

Student Internships for Fall '12 and Spring '13

A paid internship in DC is a great way for students who are passionate about liberty to get hands-on work experience in the public policy arena.  We recently began accepting applications for the upcoming fall 2012 and spring 2013 sessions of the Koch Internship Program, these great opportunities are available during the 2012-13 academic year.
 
Through the program, interns:

 *   Earn $10/hour and work 20-40 hours per week at one of many non-profit partner organizations.
 *   Gain experience in roles that include policy research, communications, and operations.
 *   Spend every Tuesday in professional education sessions focused on both economics and management.
 
Students can find out more about this opportunity and apply at:

 www.kochinternshipprogram.org<http://cl.exct.net/?qs=02fff6be734293e1d99eb12777c9ac082fe4e6e3bb3b3cccb59b2f42e0b5c3f1>
 
Students can connect directly regarding the internship program or learn about additional opportunities to advance the ideas of liberty, by filling out this form:
 
<http://cl.exct.net/?qs=02fff6be734293e19d3c79a99d9e7c2224e4d87290c9bfb2eb7cf1ce0230c2d8>. (http://www.tfaforms.com/230571<http://cl.exct.net/?qs=02fff6be734293e19d3c79a99d9e7c2224e4d87290c9bfb2eb7cf1ce0230c2d8>)

Teach For America Panel Discussion

TEACH FOR AMERICA BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

Monday, April 30th @ 6:00-7:00 pm Prince Georges Room, Stamp Student Union

Right now, kids in low-income communities are not receiving the education they deserve. In fact only 10% will graduate from college. Teach for America Corps members Teach For America invites you to a panel discussion about how you can make an immediate impact in communities across the nation upon graduating – and about how your own future can be positively impacted by the Teach for America experience. Hear from Teach For America alums about what they did to change this in the classroom and how they are continuing to fight for equity as leaders in business, law, medicine and policy. Our Panelists Tyler Mains Baltimore ’09, Johns Hopkins University Medical Student Russell Moore Houston ’94, Consultant, Senior Manager- Accenture Nkiruka Ogbuchiekwe South Louisiana ’09, Consultant- Deloitte Amy Schumacher Baltimore ’99, US Department of Education

Teach For America is growing the movement of leaders who work to ensure that kids growing up in poverty get an excellent education. Log on to our website tolearn more about our mission, what we do, who we look for, and information about our employer and graduate school partnerships.

Cable.TV.com $1000 Scholarship

CableTV.com  would like to inform you of a $1,000 scholarship opportunity they are offering. This is a reoccurring scholarship available to all current and prospective students.

$1,000 CableTV.com scholarship: The Psychological Impact of TV

Application: http://www.cabletv.com/scholarship

National Park Service Internship

Position: National Park Service Education Intern

Compensation: $5000

Application Dates: April 23-30, 2012

Assignment

One, ten-week internship to begin between May 14 and June 1 and ending between July 27-August 10.  The individual is expected to work 40 hours a week.

Duty Station

National Park Service Headquarters, 1201 Eye St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20005. Limited telework options may also be permitted.

The National Park Service Interpretation and Education Directorate is seeking a highly-motivated, detail and goal-oriented student in the Washington, D.C. commuting area to do research and data collection on informal educational resources and opportunities for K-12 students and teachers provided by the National Park Service and the Department of the Interior’s other major land management bureaus and their partner organizations. 

Work will focus on identifying and consolidating information on pre-service and in-service teacher professional development opportunities and educational programs and resources for K-12 students.

The purpose of this work is to form a baseline description of the state of informal education in the Department of the Interior to inform the implementation of a recently signed agreement between the Department of the Interior and the Department of Education.

The intern will be responsible for communicating with representatives from each of the bureaus of the Department of the Interior and representative from the Department of Education.

The intern will provide support in the form of meeting preparation and note-taking for meetings between the Department of Education and the Department of the Interior to advance the goals of the MOU.

The intern will synthesize data and make recommendations for the development of an implementation plan for the National Park Service.

The Intern will assist the NPS Deputy Associate Director for Interpretation and Education with additional research and resource needs for this project.

Benefits

The intern will benefit by learning about the range of resources for classroom teachers and students provided by the Department of the Interior and will be exposed to the various careers in Informal Education within the Department of the Interior’s bureaus.

The intern will receive an introduction to the history of the National Park Service and the agency's current structure, mission, and career opportunities.

The intern will spend time learning the skills required to be an interpreter by participating in the Eppley Institute online training courses that cover the basic skills of formal and informal interpretation.

Upon the completion of the internship, the student will create and/or present a report and a multi-media project of results.

Requirements

·         Education, experience, or aspirations of becoming a classroom teacher or informal educator.

·         Strong computer skills, proficient in using Word and Excel.

·         Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with a wide range of government professionals and partner organizations.

·         Ability to develop spreadsheets and prepare written correspondence using proper grammar.

·         Able to work collaboratively with others.

Application Process: Send resumes (brief, in any written format), to Diane Chalfant @ diane_chalfant@nps.gov by Monday, April 30, 2012.

Resumes should include detailed educational background, work histories, references and any special qualifications relative to the position.

Undergraduate Research Day - TOMORROW!!!

MARYLAND CENTER FOR UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH –UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH DAY – APRIL 25

Francis DuVinage, Director – Rebecca Calcagno, Coordinator – http://www.ugresearch.umd.edu/

We invite students, faculty, and staff to join in celebrating our undergraduates’ remarkable and varied research accomplishments at the annual Undergraduate Research Day (URD) poster session TOMORROW, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25, between 1:45 and 3:45 pm, in the Grand Ballroom of the STAMP Student Union.

URD is Maryland’s largest, most visible, and most diversified showcase for undergraduate research accomplishments – come and learn from over 250 team and individual presenters!

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH DAY

Where: Grand Ballroom, STAMP Student Union

When: Wednesday, April 25, 2012 from 1:45 pm to 3:45 pm

We look forward to seeing you there!

Match Corps: Merrimack Valley Full-time for Graduating Seniors

Match Corps: Merrimack Valley is a full-time, 10.5-month urban education math tutoring fellowship in two high schools in the Merrimack Valley. We are hiring 50 smart, idealistic, relentless people to work during the 2012-2013 school year. Each Fellow works during the school day with two students at a time for five periods a day, and will have a personal caseload of 12 students all year long. Fellows not only will drive student achievement by providing individualized instruction, but will also build personal and meaningful relationships with urban students and their families during this pioneer year of service.

Brochure

YouTube Video

www.matcheducation.org

FDA Paralegal Program

EVENTS/OPPORTUNITIES:
FDA Paralegal Program: Employer Networking and Information Session Tuesday, May 01, 2012 • 04:00PM - 05:00PM
Location: 3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing (University Career Center)
http://www.careercenter.umd.edu/events_description.cfm?event_id=3027 

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION
OFFICE OF CHIEF COUNSEL

PARALEGAL TRAINEE POSITION
OVERVIEW: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Office of the Chief Counsel, located at FDA’s White Oak Campus in Silver Spring, Maryland, is currently seeking recent or soon-to-be college graduates to fill paralegal trainee positions in the Office. We are especially interested in individuals with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher and who are enrolled in or planning to enroll in a paralegal degree or certificate program and who are interested in exploring a career in a legal environment. No other federal agency touches the daily life of citizens as directly as the FDA. In regulating about 25 percent of the United States consumer economy, the FDA is responsible for the safety and effectiveness of two trillion dollars' worth of products a year - including items as diverse as artificial hearts, surgical lasers, gene therapy, dialysis machine, cloned animals, genetically engineered foods, counterterrorism products, and drug produced using nanotechnology techniques.
FOR CONSIDERATION: Please submit resume and unofficial transcript(s), along with a statement of interest, via email to:

Email Address: OCOCCParalegal@fda.hhs.gov [Put "Paralegal Trainee Position" in Subject line]

Summer course - GVPT309X / ISRL349X: Topics in International Relations: Conflict Resolution - The Israeli Palestinian Experiment

Groundbreaking, Interactive, Conflict Resolution Summer Course…

GVPT309X / ISRL349X:

Topics in International Relations: Conflict Resolution - The Israeli Palestinian Experiment (3 credits)

Credit would count toward GVPT major or ISRL minor!!!

Summer 2012 – Session II-D

Dates: July 30^th – August 17^th

Days: Tuesday/Thursdays

Time: 6:00pm – 9:20pm

Location: 2110 Tydings Hall

Professors: Manuel Hassassian and Edy Kaufman

Course Info on Testudo: http://www.sis.umd.edu/bin/soc?crs=GVPT309X&sec=&term=201206

YouTube Introduction by Prof. Kaufman & Prof. Hassassian:

http://www.youtube.com/ISRAELPALESTINETEAM

Course Description:

This groundbreaking interactive course provides an in-depth understanding of this conflict using simulations exploring contending historical perspectives and the search for common ground. Topics include Jerusalem, refugees, settlements, water rights, border disputes and security concerns. Professor Manuel Hassassian has been the Executive Vice-President of the Bethlehem University and currently the ambassador of the Palestinian Authority in the United Kingdom. Professor Edy Kaufman, has been the Director of both the Harry S. Truman Institute for the Advancement of Peace at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the Center for International Development and Conflict Management at UMD and is concurrently teaching at the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzlyia, Israel.  In addition to the scheduled class time, the course will also meet on Saturday, August 11th and Sunday, August 12th from 9:00am-6:40pm for an interactive conflict resolution workshop. Students who wish to register for this section after July 13, 2012, please e-mail: summer@umd.edu

For more information, see the following:

Course Syllabus:  http://www.bsos.umd.edu/gvpt/courses/summer2010/309kaufman.pdf

Available position as Program Assistant with the National Science Foundation

Are you looking for a job where you can make a difference? Interested in working in a dynamic, small-agency environment? Please visit the link below to find information about applying for a position as Program Assistant with the National Science Foundation.

Program Assistant (OA), GS-0303-5/6/7 MP, Closes 5/18/2012

Paralegal Trainee Position

Deptartment of Health and Human Services, Food and Drug Administration - Office of Chief Counsel, Paralegal Trainee

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Office of the Chief Counsel, located at FDA’s White Oak Campus in Silver Spring, Maryland, is currently seeking recent or soon-to-be college graduates to fill paralegal trainee positions in the Office. We are especially interested in individuals with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher and who are enrolled in or planning to enroll in a paralegal degree or certificate program and who are interested in exploring a career in a legal environment. No other federal agency touches the daily life of citizens as directly as the FDA. In regulating about 25 percent of the United States consumer economy, the FDA is responsible for the safety and effectiveness of two trillion dollars worth of products a year - including items as diverse as artificial hearts, surgical lasers, gene therapy, dialysis machine, cloned animals, genetically engineered foods, counterterrorism products, and drug produced using nanotechnology techniques.

We will provide all necessary training (including legal research) and require a 2-year minimum commitment. The starting grade is a GS-7 (which currently pays $42,209 per year). After one year in the position, the paralegal may be eligible to be promoted to a GS-9 (which currently pays $51,630). Upon successful completion of the program and earning a paralegal degree or certificate, the paralegal trainee may be eligible for a permanent position starting at a GS-11 (which currently pays $62,467). Trainee positions receive the complete federal government employee benefits package including annual leave, sick leave, flexible spending account, flexible work schedules, life insurance, health insurance, thrift savings plan, and retirement benefits.

DUTIES: The Office’s paralegals and paralegal trainees assist attorneys in conducting investigations, preparing cases for trial, and providing advice and legal assistance to the Office of Chief Counsel. Under the supervision of attorneys and experienced paralegals, paralegal trainees will develop a familiarity with the day to day activities of a government agency General Counsel’s office through a variety of duties, such as:

• Conducting current events and topical issue research;
• Researching and tracking Congressional legislative actions;
• Conducting historical regulatory analysis;
• Drafting inter-office reports, memoranda, court filings and general correspondence
• Preparing materials for criminal and civil litigation, including background research and analysis;
• General case management, including summarizing transcripts, organizing materials and preparing case summaries;
• Verifying citations and legal references
• Assisting in Agency responses to Freedom of Information Act requests; and
• Performing related duties as assigned.

GENERAL INFORMATION: U.S. Citizenship required. Candidates should have a proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite programs. Department of Health and Human Services is an equal opportunity employer and has a smoke-free workplace.

FOR CONSIDERATION: Please submit resume and unofficial transcript(s), along with a statement of interest, via email to:

Email Address: OCOCCParalegal@fda.hhs.gov

[Put "Paralegal Trainee Position" in Subject line]

Summer Capitol Hill Internships

MEM-005-12

The Washington, DC office of Congressman Timothy Bishop (D-NY) is currently seeking full time Interns for our summer program. Interns should be comfortable answering phones, giving capitol tours, sorting mail, and helping out the staff by attending hearings or briefings. Strong writing skills are necessary. Applicants should be hard working, intelligent, and enthusiastic. Long Island ties are a plus, but not required. Those interested should send a cover letter, resume, brief writing sample and also a six point list of hobbies, special skills and interests to ny01.internapplications@gmail.com.

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MEM-018-12

A moderate California Democrat is now accepting applications for internship positions available for Spring/Summer 2012. Specifically, the start date would be April 30^th through at least June 8^th. We are seeking motivated, organized, and reliable individuals to assist the legislative and administrative staff with day-to-day duties. Such duties include: attending briefings and hearings, answering phones, sorting mail, drafting constituent correspondence letters, giving Capitol tours, doing legislative research, and various other tasks. Applicants should possess excellent communication skills, have the ability to multi-task, and have an interest in the legislative and governmental process. Interns will gain valuable Hill and office experience, as well as have access to many unique networking opportunities. California ties are preferred, but not required. Please send a resume, cover letter and writing sample to californiamoderate@gmail.com.

MEM-015-12

Congresswoman Linda Sanchez (CA-39) is currently accepting applications from current college students and recent graduates for unpaid Press Internship in Washington, DC, to begin in May for the summer term. Intern will be responsible for compiling press clips; helping answer reporter inquiries; organizing media events and press conferences; assisting with press releases and memos; conducting research; and assisting Communications Director with day-to-day operations in active press office. Successful applicants work well under pressure, possess excellent written and oral communications skills, have a good sense of humor, and are eager to learn. Previous experience in politics and press are not required but candidates need a basic understanding of government, knowledge of California, and interest in communications. If interested, please email cover letter, resume and references to ca39pressintern@yahoo.com.

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MEM-020-12

Congressman Mike Honda’s office seeks a progressive, full-time, unpaid press and social (multi)media Intern in his Washington DC office for summer 2012. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate, creative and self-motivated person to join the team of one of Congress’s most prolific, progressive, and influential voices. The intern will serve as a critical member of the team helping brainstorm ideas, concepts, and projects. The work will involve exposure to national, state, and local media, particularly advocating for civil rights and covering technological developments. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: monitoring and drafting outreach statements for the Congressman’s cutting edge social media outlets; conceptualizing, executing, and editing viral videos for the web; working on drafts of press releases and op-eds; conducting research; compiling press clips; brainstorming and creating Web 2.0 content; and assisting the Communications Director and the Online Communications Director with the daily operations of a heavily active progressive Member’s office. As a member of the Budget and Appropriations committees, author of the Congressional Progressive Caucus’s federal budget, and Chair Emeritus of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, Rep. Honda’s press operations are one of the most proactive and robust in Congress. Applicants must work well under pressure, be technically proficient Web 2.0 programming languages; have a strong working knowledge of creative software suites such as Adobe Premiere, Dreamweaver, Photoshop and/or other related software, have excellent written and oral communications skills, and strive to create a compelling narrative that will resonate with the public. Previous experience in politics or press are not required, candidates should have an understanding of the federal government, progressive politics, experience using social media, and a communications/writing background. While this internship is dedicated to communications, the intern will be expected to assist with front office duties such as answering phones, sorting mail, greeting visitors, and other administrative tasks. Candidates with CA-15 or California ties are preferred. If interested, please send cover letter, resume and a writing sample via email to Madeline.rose@mail.house.gov

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INTERNSHIP - Senator Michael Bennet is now accepting full and part-time Internship applications for his Colorado and Washington, DC offices. The Internship program provides an excellent opportunity for students or recent graduates. Responsibilities for interns participating in the DC program include: assisting staff with providing mail and administrative support, drafting correspondence, attending hearings and briefings, and researching legislative issues. Responsibilities for interns participating in Colorado program include: assisting Constituent Advocates on a variety of issue areas, administrative support, drafting correspondence, representing the Senate office at meetings and events, and researching legislative issues. Applicants can apply at http://bennet.senate.gov/services/internships. Print and complete the Internship Application and mail it to my office address below or e-mail it to me atrebeca_ontiveros-chavez@bennet.senate.gov

211568		PRESS INTERNS - The office of U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) seeks unpaid press interns for fast-paced, aggressive communications office. Press interns will work closely with Communications Director, Press Secretary, and Deputy Press Secretary on a variety of tasks. Responsibilities include answering the press line and fielding calls from reporters, working with communications office and legislative staff to compile reports and other documents for media distribution. Press interns will primarily work with the Deputy Press Secretary to compile daily press clips for the Senator's review, coordinate daily update of reporter contact lists, and work with the communications office on other media-related projects. Position requires a keen attention to detail, the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines, and the ability to demonstrate professionalism and discretion at all times. Strong writing and grammar skills and proficiency of Microsoft Office applications required. Journalism/communications background and Ohio ties a plus. To apply, please submit cover letter and resume to SenBrownPressIntern@gmail.com

221625		PRESS INTERN - Western Democratic Senator seeks a self-motivated and enthusiastic Press Intern for an aggressive communications shop.  Duties include monitoring, clipping and distribution of relevant news stories, mainly from TV and print.  Other press responsibilities include: research, writing memos, attending press conferences, and helping to organize news interviews and radio call-ins.  Previous experience with press is preferred, along with roots in the West.  Applicants should have a strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and an eagerness to learn about professional communications.   This is a full-time position.  Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and two references to westerndempressintern@gmail.com

221646		PRESS INTERN (Summer) - The Majority Staff of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee is seeking an energetic, self-starting Press Intern with excellent writing and research skills, an interest in public policy, mature judgment, and the ability to work under deadline pressure. The Press Intern assists Press Staff in monitoring relevant press coverage and compiling clips, drafting press materials, updating and maintaining the Committee’s website and Facebook and YouTube pages, updating reporter contact lists, organizing press conferences, and other tasks. Those interested should send a resume, cover letter, three one-page writing samples, and three references tohsgacmajority@yahoo.com

221699		PRESS INTERN - Senator Charles E. Schumer’s press office seeks full-time, unpaid Spring and Summer interns in Washington, DC. Part-Time interns will also be considered but candidates with full-time availability will be given preference. It is preferable, but not required, if the candidate is available immediately, and can continue work through the spring and into the summer. Responsibilities include compiling press clips, answering reporter inquiries, organizing press conferences, writing press releases and memos, conducting research and assisting the Press Staff with day-to-day operations of a very active press office. Applicants must work well under pressure, have excellent written and oral communications skills and a desire to learn. Previous experience in politics and press are not required but candidates should have a general understanding of governmental process, knowledge of the Northeast, and interest in communications. Candidates with New York ties are preferred. If interested, please send Cover letter, Resume and References via email to SchumerPressInternship@gmail.com
221725		ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN - The Majority staff of the Senate Subcommittee on Oversight of Government Management, the Federal Workforce, and the District of Columbia is seeking current college students or recent college graduates for an unpaid administrative summer internship.  The jurisdiction of the Subcommittee includes federal workforce personnel systems, benefits, rights, and protections; management and efficiency of federal programs; national security staffing; the District of Columbia; and other issues. The administrative intern’s primary duties will focus on office support such as answering telephones, tracking news articles related to the Subcommittee’s work, and completing tasks assigned by Subcommittee staff.  Typical staff-assigned tasks include attending hearings, drafting memoranda, and summarizing reports.  The internship will offer individuals an opportunity to learn Senate procedure with a focus on the Committee process. Ideal candidates must be able to work at least 30 hours per week for a minimum of 12 weeks, as well as be professional, reliable, organized, and have strong interpersonal skills.  Although internships are unpaid, academic credit can be arranged if your institution allows it.  Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Federal Semester information for GVPT students

Want college credit for a Washington internship?  Interested in public policy?  Intrigued by the idea of a career in public service?  Apply *now* to the Federal Semester Program for 2012-2013!

In this selective year-long program, students take a fall-semester seminar in one of four policy-focused concentrations: Health Policy, Energy/Environment Policy, Foreign Policy, and Homeland Security Policy.  They then work a spring-semester internship in federal agencies, congressional offices, think-tanks, or other policy-related organizations.  Federal Semester students have interned in such agencies as the Department of State, the Department of Homeland Security, the National Institutes of Health, the Environmental Protection Agency, and many, many more.  Year-round program activities include trips to Capitol Hill and federal agencies, professional development workshops, and conversations with policymakers.

For details and application form, go to www.federalsemester.umd.edu. 

Contacts: federalsemester@umd.edu ; Dr. Joan Burton, Director (jburton1@umd.edu); Megan Monserez, Coordinator (monserez@umd.edu).  

Rolling admissions; for best consideration, apply by: Monday, May 7.

CHIP Deadline Extended

The Capitol Hill Internship Program application deadline has been extended to May 18^th. This program is a great opportunity for you to work on Capitol Hill and additionally participate in a weekly seminar that will reinforce your knowledge of the Hill, the policy process and other legislative issues.

You do not need to have secured an internship before applying for the program.  If you are interested in interning this Fall, apply now to guarantee a spot in the program! You will have the entire summer to apply for D.C. internships.

Students will enroll in both an upper-level GVPT course of choice  and six elective credits for their internship and seminar.  Please see the attached flyer for more information regarding course registration.

If you have any questions about the application process, or are concerned that you do not meet the application requirements feel free to contact Jacqeline Johnson directly:

(301) 405-4124

Johnson2@umd.edu

Hope Foundation GBM and Elections

On Thursday, April 26th Hope Foundation will be having a general body meeting. They will be holding elections and discussing events that they have planned for next semester.

Looking for some leadership experience? Apply for a position! All positions will be open! Come out and run or come to hear about Hope Foundation and upcoming events. Be sure to bring your friends! Refreshments will be served!

Writing Opportunity at Hipolitics

Recently launched Hipolitics—inspired by a new generation of young people who demand a new approach to politics and have an appreciation for cutting-edge culture from around the world. Our site has just been launched at: www.hipolitics.com.

The Hipolitics team is looking for highly talented writers to join our Editorial Board this summer. We hope that you take this opportunity to join the team. Students can learn more about the writing position and apply online at: www.hipolitics.com/columnist. 

Undergraduate Research Day - Wed. April 25, 2012

MARYLAND CENTER FOR UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH –UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH DAY – APRIL 25

Francis DuVinage, Director – Rebecca Calcagno, Coordinator – http://www.ugresearch.umd.edu/

We invite students, faculty, and staff to join in celebrating our undergraduates’ remarkable and varied research accomplishments at the annual Undergraduate Research Day (URD) poster session this coming Wednesday, April 25, between 1:45 and 3:45 pm, in the Grand Ballroom of the STAMP Student Union.

URD is Maryland’s largest, most visible, and most diversified showcase for undergraduate research accomplishments – come and learn from over 250 team and individual presenters!

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH DAY

Where: Grand Ballroom, STAMP Student Union

When: Wednesday, April 25, 2012 from 1:45 pm to 3:45 pm

We look forward to seeing you there!

Great Career and Networking Event for Students

START partnered with a group at the Smith School to bring you an Expert Panel and Career Symposium on the theme of Innovation in Homeland Security. So far confirmed panelists include representatives and practitioners from the Department of Homeland Security, State Department, BAE Systems and Smith’s Detection. There will be a panel discussion, followed by a networking session.

This is a great opportunity to network and learn more about the industry. This event will be useful to those of you preparing for a jobs search, application process or interview with agencies and organizations in this industry. The panelists are multidisciplinary with backgrounds in social and behavioral sciences, engineering, business, public policy and more.

The event will take place on Friday May 4^th, 10 am – 1 pm.

All are welcome. In order to RSVP and to receive updates on the event please follow the link below.

www.start.umd.edu/innovation/

"Law School v. Grad School Panel

The Black Political Science Association (BPSA) will host a panel on the advantages of both Law School and Graduate School for students considering their options after graduation. The Panel will include professors from both law and grad schools, a pre-law advisor, graduate school program directors, and current law and grad students. The event will be held Monday April 23 from 6-7:30 in the Special Events room in McKeldin. 

If you have any questions please contact Kya Henley at kyahenley@gmail.com.

Presentation: Working in Global Health and Development

Presentation: Careers in International Development and the Realities of Working in Global Health and Development

Presenter: Aaron Shapiro (UMD class of 2011) currently works for Gardens for Health International in Kigali Rwanda as a program manager. He is working in Rwanda through a Global Health Corps Fellowship. Aaron has previously worked in Tanzania, South Africa, and for USAID (United States Agency for International Development) in Washington, D.C. At UMD Aaron majored in Global Health through the Individual Studies Program.  Aaron also received a citation from the Honors College.

Date: Thursday, April 19, 2012

Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m.--30-45 minutes presentation followed by Q&A

Place: University Career Center & The President’s Promise, Multipurpose room, 3134 Hornbake Library, South

Sponsors: The Individual Studies Program, the Career Center, the Honors College, and the National Scholarships Office

Links: www.gardensforhealth.org; www.ghcorps.org

Washington, DC Internships for Undergraduates

CAPITAL SEMESTER FALL 2012
WASHINGTON, D.C.
www.DCinternships.org/CS
FINAL DEADLINE: June 1, 2012
Sponsored by The Fund for American Studies, Capital Semester combines substantive internships, 12 academic credits, career development activities, site briefings and lectures led by policy experts. This fast-paced, fifteen-week residential program provides undergraduate students from around the world with opportunities to gain the edge in today’s competitive job market and graduate school admissions, and experience the excitement of Washington first-hand.

SAMPLE PAST INTERNSHIP SITES

• Aerospace Industries Association
• American Legislative Exchange Council
• Children’s Rights Council
• Congressional Offices
• First Book
• Foreign Embassies
• Institute for World Politics
• New Leaders for New Schools
• Philanthropy Roundtable
• U.S. Department of Education
• U.S. Department of Justice
• U.S. Department of the Treasury

PROGRAM COMPONENTS

• Internships – Competitive placements with government agencies, congressional offices, public policy groups, international affairs organizations and nonprofit organizations
• Housing – Roommate matching and furnished Capitol Hill apartments in the heart of D.C.
• Classes – Full-time course load in political science and economics accredited by Ohio Northern University
• Guest Lectures – With Washington’s top policy and economics experts
• Exclusive Briefings – At the World Bank, State Department, U.S. Capitol and Federal Reserve
• Leadership & Professional Development – Leadership, mentoring and career building activities
• Networking – Interaction with seasoned professionals and student leaders from around the world
• Scholarships – Generous scholarships are awarded based on merit and financial need

FINAL APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the Final Deadline of June 1, 2012. For more information and an online application, please visit our website www.DCInternships.org/CS or contact Dana Faught, Recruitment and Admissions Manager at dfaught@tfas.org or 202-986-0384.
1621 New Hampshire Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20009

Paid summer internship opportunity with the Department of Homeland Security

This is a temporary summer position in the DHS National Protection and Programs Directorate, to be elidgibile you must be a current student. The application deadline is April 19^th so if you are interested you should act fast. For more information go to the link below.

1)       Summer Interns
a.       NPPD announced the job opportunity notice for summer hires
b.      If you wish to view the Job Opportunity Announcement, please copy and paste this link into your web browser: FS641610  (Office Automation Clerk)
2)      Job Title: Office Automation Clerk
a.      Department: Department Of Homeland Security
b.      Agency: National Protection and Programs Directorate
c.      Job Announcement Number: FS-641610-MD12
d.      Salary Range: $22, 115 – 35,269
e.      Open Period: April 13 to April 19
f.      Series  Grade: GS-0326-01/03
g.      Position Information: Full Time-Other Student NTE Sept 30, 2012
h.      Duty Stations: 2 Vacancy (s) Washington DC & 19 Vacancy (s) Arlington
i.      Who may be considered: Eligibles under the Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP)-- you must be at least 16 years of age and a current student who has been accepted for enrollment or who is enrolled at least half-time, seeking a degree (diploma, certificate, etc.) from an accredited high school, technical or vocational school, 2-year or 4-year college/university, graduate or professional school.